1. Describe the stasis in the play: where, when, who, what, etc. in a paragraph.
The stasis is in the sort of well-to-do area of New York. The rich people like Abe's uncle and Aunt. In this area many of the people have this sort of standard of others to use a sort of "high formed" language. This play takes place in modern society. Amir is married to a white woman named Emily, who is an artist.
2. What is the intrusion?
The publication of Amir's name in the Times paper is what causes the events in this play to spring forward. This publication connects the Imam and Amir together in representation, and causes many of the conflicts at his work. The changing of his last name to Kapoor also created tension between him and Emily.
3. What is the unique factor?
This is the day that Amir is comes to realizes he's not who he thought he was. The old Amir is essentially dead along with his old, luxurious life in Manhattan. His future remains a mystery.
4. What is the dramatic question that should be answered by the end of the play?
Will Amir come to terms with his religion/Culture?
What factors play into the lives of Muslims living in the US after 9/11?
Will this be too much strain for Emily and Amir's relationship?
5. Provide an illustration of the two kinds of exposition that the play has in it.
The first kind of exposition is known to everyone and it's that Amir is withholding information from Emily, while the second kind is know only to one and it's that Jory is the only one who knows Amir is in trouble at work. It isn't until she gives the info that we know this.
6. Identify the most theatrical moment in the play and of what importance it seems to be.
The Dinner Party provides the most dramatic theatrical moment when Amir calls himself a racial slur, then proceeds to beat Emily for cheating on him. This action is very condensed and is very shocking to watch. Another moment of shock is when Amir states he felt pride after the 9/11 attacks, which is very shocking statement especially to those whom lost family to the tragedy.
8. What does the chief character want and what are some obstacles that stand in the way of his getting what he wants?
He wants the promotion and recognition of his abilities as well as assimilation into American society, some obstacles include: his name in the paper, his ethnicity in the paper
9. Describe some possible images in the play and how does the title help us understand the play.
The huge poster of the Islamic scene/landscape in contrast to the lavish surroundings of the apartment illustrate the conflict within Amir to struggle with his personal identity, as both American and Middle-eastern. The illustration of the slave and Amir at the beginning offers insight into the relationship of Emily and Amir. The fine clothing that Amir wears also contributes to his struggle to assimilate.
10. Briefly define the family relationships that are examined in the play.
The family relationships portrayed here is witness through Amir's struggle to assimilate, and by doing so he renounced his faith, and his family connections. However, he cannot help but feel a connection to his family and faith, which is a major reason he struggles finding his place in American society.
The stasis is in the sort of well-to-do area of New York. The rich people like Abe's uncle and Aunt. In this area many of the people have this sort of standard of others to use a sort of "high formed" language. This play takes place in modern society. Amir is married to a white woman named Emily, who is an artist.
2. What is the intrusion?
The publication of Amir's name in the Times paper is what causes the events in this play to spring forward. This publication connects the Imam and Amir together in representation, and causes many of the conflicts at his work. The changing of his last name to Kapoor also created tension between him and Emily.
3. What is the unique factor?
This is the day that Amir is comes to realizes he's not who he thought he was. The old Amir is essentially dead along with his old, luxurious life in Manhattan. His future remains a mystery.
4. What is the dramatic question that should be answered by the end of the play?
Will Amir come to terms with his religion/Culture?
What factors play into the lives of Muslims living in the US after 9/11?
Will this be too much strain for Emily and Amir's relationship?
5. Provide an illustration of the two kinds of exposition that the play has in it.
The first kind of exposition is known to everyone and it's that Amir is withholding information from Emily, while the second kind is know only to one and it's that Jory is the only one who knows Amir is in trouble at work. It isn't until she gives the info that we know this.
6. Identify the most theatrical moment in the play and of what importance it seems to be.
The Dinner Party provides the most dramatic theatrical moment when Amir calls himself a racial slur, then proceeds to beat Emily for cheating on him. This action is very condensed and is very shocking to watch. Another moment of shock is when Amir states he felt pride after the 9/11 attacks, which is very shocking statement especially to those whom lost family to the tragedy.
7. List some of the themes of the play.
Identity. Acceptance. Interracial Marriages. Self-Delusion.
8. What does the chief character want and what are some obstacles that stand in the way of his getting what he wants?
He wants the promotion and recognition of his abilities as well as assimilation into American society, some obstacles include: his name in the paper, his ethnicity in the paper
9. Describe some possible images in the play and how does the title help us understand the play.
The huge poster of the Islamic scene/landscape in contrast to the lavish surroundings of the apartment illustrate the conflict within Amir to struggle with his personal identity, as both American and Middle-eastern. The illustration of the slave and Amir at the beginning offers insight into the relationship of Emily and Amir. The fine clothing that Amir wears also contributes to his struggle to assimilate.
10. Briefly define the family relationships that are examined in the play.
The family relationships portrayed here is witness through Amir's struggle to assimilate, and by doing so he renounced his faith, and his family connections. However, he cannot help but feel a connection to his family and faith, which is a major reason he struggles finding his place in American society.